TKAM SET 2

Tenet

an important belief that is part of a larger framework of beliefs

Genially

in a friendly manner

Devoid

(adj.) not having or using, lacking

scruting

critical observation or examination

Eccentricities

odd behavior

unobtrusive

not noticeable

Futility

uselessness as a consequence of having no practical result

acquiescence

agreement without protest

Succinct

briefly and clearly expressed

Prevailed

prove more powerful than opposing forces; be victorious

mollified

appease the anger or anxiety of (someone)

Arid

lacking vitality or spirit

Stifle

hold back; suppress

Tentative

Done in a careful or unsure way

Antagonize

to annoy or provoke to anger

Pensive

(adj.) thoughtful; melancholy

curtness

to be brief and short to the point of being rude

Prerogative

a right or privilege

Austere

severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance

Qualms

sudden, disturbing feelings of uneasiness

ecclesiastical

having to do with the church

Contemptuously

without respect; in a disdainful manner

Propensities

an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way

Tirade

a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation

skulked

v. -trying not to be seen -covering up a bad thing

Umbrage

offense or annoyance

Degeneration

to be getting worse

articulate

able to speak clearly and expressively

Vehemently

marked by intense force or emotion

Erratically

unpredictably; randomly

Mausoleum

a large tomb

inconspicuous

not easily seen; subtle; not noticeable

inevitable

certain to happen; unavoidable

Provocation

something that incites or provokes

ingenous

naive and trusting; lacking sophistication

Inordinatley

not within reasonable limits